News Release - Washington State Department of Health

News Release
For immediate release: May 20, 2009 (09-089)
Contact: Media inquiries: Allison Cook, Communications Office 360-236-4022
Public inquiries: Health Systems Customer Service 360-236-4700
State revokes, suspends licenses, certifications, registrations of health care providers
OLYMPIA The Washington State Department of Health has revoked or suspended the
licenses, certifications, or registrations of health care providers in our state. The department has
also immediately suspended the credentials of people who have been prohibited from practicing
in other states.
The department’s Health Systems Quality Assurance Office works with boards, commissions and
advisory committees to set licensing standards for more than 70 health care professions (e.g.,
medical doctors, nurses, counselors).
Information about health care providers is on the agency’s Web site. Click on “Provider
Credential Search” on the left hand side of the Department of Health home page
(www.doh.wa.gov). The site includes information about a health care provider’s license status,
the expiration and renewal date of their credential, disciplinary actions and copies of legal
documents issued after July 1998. This information is also available by calling 360-236-4700.
Consumers who think a health care provider acted unprofessionally are also encouraged to call
and report their complaint.
Clark County
In April 2009 the Nursing Commission indefinitely suspended the license of registered nurse
Randy S. Buchan (RN.RN.00162431). Buchan failed to comply with terms and conditions set
against his license.
In April 2009 the Nursing Assistant Program indefinitely suspended the credential of Ivan D.
Roane (NAR.NA.00202150). Roane failed to properly assess a patient’s injury.
Grant County
In March 2009 the Nursing Assistant Program suspended the credential of certified nursing
assistant Rebecca J. Pesta (NAC.NC.10090128). Pesta developed a personal and sexual
relationship with a patient.
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Grays Harbor County
In April 2009 the Nursing Assistant Program indefinitely suspended the credential of Brandon
M. Paschke (NAR.NA.60008335). Paschke sent live sexually explicit images to someone he
believed to be a minor, and was convicted of distributing sexual material via internet or
computer.
King County
In April 2009 the Medical Commission modified an agreed order and indefinitely suspended the
license of Janis D. Bridge (MD00035256). Bridge failed to comply with previous terms and
conditions set against her license.
In April 2009 the Nursing Commission indefinitely suspended the license of registered nurse
Katerina M. Falkenberg (RN.RN.00127977). Falkenberg failed to comply with previous terms
and conditions set against her license.
In March 2009 the Medical Commission indefinitely suspended the license of physician Cor De
Hart (MD00029654). De Hart provided care that was below the standard, placing several
patients at risk of harm.
In April 2009 the Registered Counselor Program indefinitely suspended the credential of Andrea
J. Kunz (RC.RC.00059585). Kunz failed to comply with terms and conditions set against her
credential.
Kitsap County
In April 2009 the Pharmacy Board indefinitely suspended the credential of pharmacy technician
Carol R. Tonge (PTEC.VA.00013398). Tonge failed to comply with previous terms and
conditions against her credential.
Lincoln County
In March 2009 the Nursing Assistant Program indefinitely suspended the credential of Linda L.
Schirmer (NAR.NA.00195853). Schirmer used a patient’s personal property and benefited from
it without compensating the patient. She also solicited and accepted money from the patient.
Okanogan County
In April 2009 the Nursing Assistant Program indefinitely suspended the credential of Genesis
Morales (NAR.NA.00199482). Morales stole $280 from a resident at her place of employment.
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Pend Oreille County
In April 2009 the Nursing Commission indefinitely suspended the license of licensed practical
nurse Bryan K. Dennis (LPN.LP.00052774). Dennis’ license to practice nursing in Colorado
was revoked.
Snohomish County
In March 2009 the Nursing Assistant Program indefinitely suspended the credential of certified
nursing assistant Sharon L. Dimick (NAC.NC.10052858). Dimick failed to comply with a
previous order.
In April 2009 the Secretary of Health withdrew the statement of charges against health care
assistant Andrew D. Pestanio (HC00155217).
Spokane County
In April 2009 the Chiropractic Commission suspended the credential of chiropractor Travis D.
Broughton (CH00003335). Broughton double-billed patients, failed to keep accurate records,
failed to submit accurate records to the department, entered into a sexual relationship with a
patient, and smoked marijuana on a regular basis during the work day.
In March 2009 the Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery Board suspended the license of Keith L.
Hindman (OP00000771). Hindman’s management of multiple chronic pain patients was below
the standard of care.
In April 2009 the Registered Counselor Program indefinitely suspended the credential of
McGlother G. Parker, Jr. (RC00059568). Parker failed to comply with terms and conditions set
against his credential.
Thurston County
In April 2009 the Nursing Commission indefinitely suspended the license of registered nurse
Rosemarie Allison (RN.RN.00059080). Allison failed to comply with previous terms and
conditions set against her license.
Whatcom County
In April 2009 the Nursing Commission indefinitely suspended the license of registered nurse
Albert C. Snow (RN.RN.00114689). Snow failed to comply with a previous order.
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Out of State
Arizona: In March 2009 the Secretary of Health revoked the license of Dennis G. Sklar
(NT00000446). Sklar failed to comply with a previous order.
California: In April 2009 the Chemical Dependency Professional Program indefinitely
suspended the credential of Thomas G. Coolberth (CDP.CP.00003066). Coolberth misused
alcohol and/or controlled substances.
Illinois: In March 2009 the Medical Commission indefinitely suspended the license of physician
Charles H. Dickerson (MD00039603). Dickerson’s license to practice medicine in California
was revoked for repeated acts of negligence.
Ohio: In March 2009 the Nursing Commission summarily suspended the license of registered
nurse Mary E. Mitchell (RN.RN.00159107). Mitchell’s license to practice nursing in Ohio was
suspended, and she remains prohibited from practicing there.
Oregon: In March 2009 the Medical Commission indefinitely suspended the license of
physician Jeffrey A. Luty (MD00047348). Luty entered a stipulated order in Oregon, agreeing to
not practice medicine pending investigation.
Oregon: In April 2009 the Nursing Commission summarily suspended the license of registered
nurse Jessica A. Scharf (RN.RN.00153752). She permanently surrendered her license to practice
nursing in Michigan; and remains prohibited from practicing there.
Oregon: In March 2009 the Nursing Commission summarily suspended the license of licensed
practical nurse Patricia R. Weaver (LPN.LP.00023459). Weaver’s license to practice nursing in
Oregon was revoked and she remains prohibited from practicing there.
Texas: In March 2009 the Medical Commission indefinitely suspended the license of physician
Nancy L. Anderson (MD00045362). Anderson’s license to practice medicine in Texas was
indefinitely suspended for failing to comply with an order.
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